Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions

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About this course: Positive interventions are one of the building blocks for the application of positive psychology in our day-to-day lives. In this course taught by Dr. James Pawelski, we explore positive interventions through theory, research and practice. We provide learners the basic tools for using and measuring positive psychology in professional or personal contexts. Suggested prerequisite: Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science.

Who is this class for: This class is for all students interested in Positive Psychology.

Created by:  University of Pennsylvania

  • Taught by:  James Pawelski, Ph.D. , Director of Education and Senior Scholar

    Positi…

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When you enroll for courses through Coursera you get to choose for a paid plan or for a free plan . 

  • Free plan: No certicification and/or audit only. You will have access to all course materials except graded items.
  • Paid plan: Commit to earning a Certificate—it's a trusted, shareable way to showcase your new skills.

About this course: Positive interventions are one of the building blocks for the application of positive psychology in our day-to-day lives. In this course taught by Dr. James Pawelski, we explore positive interventions through theory, research and practice. We provide learners the basic tools for using and measuring positive psychology in professional or personal contexts. Suggested prerequisite: Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science.

Who is this class for: This class is for all students interested in Positive Psychology.

Created by:  University of Pennsylvania

  • Taught by:  James Pawelski, Ph.D. , Director of Education and Senior Scholar

    Positive Psychology Center
Basic Info Course 2 of 5 in the Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization Level Beginner Commitment Four weeks of study, 4-6 hours a week Language English How To Pass Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. User Ratings 4.7 stars Average User Rating 4.7See what learners said Coursework

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University of Pennsylvania The University of Pennsylvania (commonly referred to as Penn) is a private university, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. A member of the Ivy League, Penn is the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, and considers itself to be the first university in the United States with both undergraduate and graduate studies.

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WEEK 1


Introducing the Course and Exploring Positive Emotions



11 videos, 2 readings, 1 practice quiz expand


  1. Video: 1.1 Welcome
  2. Video: 1.1 Assignment
  3. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 1.1
  4. Reading: Pre-Test
  5. Reading: Biography of Karen Reivich, Ph.D.
  6. Video: 1.2 A Thought Experiment
  7. Discussion Prompt: Assignment: Thought Experiment
  8. Video: 1.3 Introduction to the Course
  9. Video: 1.3 Assignment
  10. Video: 1.4 Theoretical Introduction
  11. Video: 1.4 Assignment
  12. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 1.4
  13. Practice Quiz: Practice Quiz 1
  14. Video: 1.5 Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Interventions
  15. Video: 1.5 Assignment
  16. Discussion Prompt: Positivity Ratio Scale
  17. Video: 1.6 Cultivating Positive Emotions
  18. Video: 1.6 Assignment
  19. Discussion Prompt: Cultivating Emotion

Graded: Module 1 Quiz
Graded: Three Good Things

WEEK 2


Understanding and Cultivating a Healthy Emotional Life



12 videos, 1 reading, 1 practice quiz expand


  1. Video: 2.1 Revisit Reversible Cape
  2. Video: 2.1 Assignment
  3. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 2.1
  4. Video: 2.2 Are Positive Emotions Always Positive?
  5. Video: 2.2 Assignment
  6. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 2.2
  7. Video: 2.3 Emotional Intelligence
  8. Video: 2.3 Assignment
  9. Practice Quiz: Practice Quiz 2
  10. Video: 2.4 Savoring, Part 1
  11. Video: 2.4 Assignment
  12. Video: 2.5 Savoring, Part 2
  13. Video: 2.5 Assignment
  14. Discussion Prompt: Savoring, Part 2
  15. Video: 2.6 Savoring, Part 3
  16. Video: 2.6 Assignment
  17. Discussion Prompt: Savoring, Part 3
  18. Reading: Upcoming book: Happy Together

Graded: Module 2 Quiz
Graded: Managing Emotions

WEEK 3


Identifying and Using Character Strengths



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  1. Video: 3.1 Introduction to Character Strengths and Virtues
  2. Video: 3.1 Assignment
  3. Discussion Prompt: Character Strengths
  4. Video: 3.2 VIA Classifications of Character Strengths and Virtues
  5. Video: 3.2 Assignment
  6. Discussion Prompt: Values in Action Survey on Character Strengths
  7. Video: 3.3 Signature Strengths
  8. Video: 3.3 Assignment
  9. Video: 3.4 Using Signature Strengths
  10. Video: 3.4 Assignment
  11. Discussion Prompt: Use Your Signature Strengths in New Ways
  12. Practice Quiz: Practice Quiz 3
  13. Video: 3.5 Strengths at Work, Home, and Play
  14. Video: 3.5 Assignment
  15. Video: 3.6 Strengths in Romantic Relationships
  16. Video: 3.6 Assignments

Graded: Module 3 Quiz
Graded: Strengths

WEEK 4


Setting and Achieving Goals



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  1. Video: 4.1 Introduction
  2. Video: 4.1 Assignment
  3. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 4.1
  4. Video: 4.2 Choosing Life Goals
  5. Video: 4.2 Assignment
  6. Discussion Prompt: Creating Life Goals
  7. Video: 4.3 Choosing Goals to Support Well-Being
  8. Video: 4.3 Assignment
  9. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 4.3
  10. Reading: Participate in the World Well-Being Project (optional)
  11. Video: 4.4 Following Through on the Goals We Choose
  12. Video: 4.4 Assignment
  13. Discussion Prompt: Hope Scale Survey
  14. Practice Quiz: Practice Quiz 4
  15. Video: 4.5 Flow
  16. Video: 4.5 Assignment
  17. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 4.5
  18. Video: 4.6 Review and Conclusion
  19. Video: 4.6 Assignment
  20. Discussion Prompt: Assignment 4.6
  21. Reading: World Well-Being Post-Test (optional)

Graded: Module 4 Quiz
Graded: Goal Setting
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